Cigar Aficionado July / August 2022

Senior editor Gordon Mott imagines a post-embargo Cuba in the wake of a powerful wave of capitalism. Tourism, industry, and the global economy flood the island nation with progress as Cubans thrive, restoring their lives to a modern standard. Decide whether the notion is wishful thinking or a long overdue reality as we examine the role Cuban cigars played in the trade embargo. Cuba’s vibrant murals get the spotlight. Read about the secrets of Scotland’s world-renowned St. Andrews golf course. Bourbon makes a strong showing of high-proof whiskeys the connoisseurs seek out. Find out the favorite cigars of Nick Jonas, Rocky Patel, and Michael Weil. The critics rate 72 premium cigars, and much more.